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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1931
Page
1
A scrambled wire service column cites British and French views on American bankers as gullible and emotional, noting tensions over debt and gold flows. It mentions Franklin and Anslet’s warning against loans, Rockefeller’s planned City project, and a chaotic local crime note about a prison guard, with reflections on freedom and gravity.
Complaints accuse officers and directors of the closed City-Central Bank of San Antonio of negligence and solicit support from business leaders to target banking officials. Commissioners pledge action while naming bonds signed by prominent figures including former Governor Moody and ex-attorney general in a volatile inquiry into alleged insolvent deposits.
The body of Marian Indy, six days after disappearance, was found in a Cincinnati tenement basement. Police and coroner described evidence of a recent death with signs of restraint and a torn coat. The investigation centers on a man, Charles Bischoff, who allegedly fed the body to cover the crime. Further details follow on page 13.
An unsettled period expected with variable temperatures and wind. The outlook calls for rain and cloudy skies with cooler highs near 82 degrees and a tentative warm front later in the week. Expect breezy conditions, showers likely, and patchy late sunshine in the central region.
Penfield and his Columbus heiress daughter, last seen en route home from Swarthmore, Pa, were reported safe in a local hotel. The father planned a joint vacation while authorities investigated the disappearance stemming from the Philadelphia shopping trip.
Wah Dee Seatylym Frank Tindany was convicted of murdering his wife Audrey and Windsor Lindsay with a hammer in February 1930. He escaped the gallows as the jury returned a verdict last night. He stated a grim forecast minutes before the decision, saying a cross would swing all right, while authorities consider a lengthy prison term likely ranging from ten years to life.
Aldatiabad Der 22 A local committee of the National Congress faces six month prison terms handed to four leaders after a summary verdict. The case centers on political activities in Aldatiabad with tensions rising in the region. Authorities state the sentences reflect a crackdown on dissent within the party.
Prominent physician Dr. Lewis Beck died suddenly at his home, 1420 McCullagh Avenue, after a heart event. Funeral plans pending. Survived by widow Mabel Beck with musical ties, son Greil Beck, brother Pred Beck, and sisters Mrs Kimmery Crosby and Miss Able Beck, with relatives in Wisconsin.
In Mexico City and San Antonio depositors C G Bampenaay and Mize Olivetta James pursue an injunction against Justices of the Peace in the Block City Central Bank case. Special Judge W S Anthony rules witnesses can be called in their own court but cannot preside across courts while arguments on jurisdiction and legality continue.
Seguin man Aboriil A. W. Snegert asked San Antonio police to watch for two women in a large automobile who fled after a highway chase connected with a San Marcos robbery. The suspects apparently altered course before officers could close in.
Governor Bilbo freed 200 convicts from a state prison and sent them home with Christmas cheer. A welfare island essay noted that liberty was the greatest gift of all as the prisoners received a yuletide pardon.
Joren M Barley a 40 year old Los Angeles attorney is recovering in hospital after an explosion blew his car off a canyon road. A blinding flash followed by loss of consciousness left the vehicle smashed. police suspect gasoline leaking from a tank under the hood caused the blast.
Culbertson extends his lead in contract bridge after a Monday night session, widening the margin to over 14 120 points on rivals Sinner Lane and Oswald Jacoby. His partner Waldemar von Quibertson aided with four wins in six cubibers as officials note forthcoming complete accounts on pages 8 and 0.
An unsettled weather pattern is forecast for Rin Aninnin and surrounding areas with cooler conditions ahead. Tuesday night temperatures are slated around 1452 degrees and Wednesday may see highs near TU degrees, with south winds and showers likely. West Texas is expected to experience generally fair weather.
A suspect wanted for a reported killing in Los Angeles was tracked to an apartment in San Diego where he killed himself after police cornered him. The fugitive, identified as Nel Melerson, a 21-year-old San Pedro Marine, faced murder charges for the death of Mrs Seimasra last October.
A fragmented report describes the killing of a large bear near Redding California. The text mentions a 700 pound brown bear and references local farm life, trees, and uncertain dates, with garbled phrases interspersed. The readable facts point to a wildlife fatality event close to the city.
Senator Hiram Johnson of California attacked President Hoover’s debt suspension policy in a Senate debate, urging an amendment to apply the one year moratorium to reparations as well as war debts. Johnson argued the agreement differed from what 65 senators supported and warned the move could invite future trouble.
Crowds gathered at city hall as Mayor announced employment for about 600 people, to be paid for 15 days at 40 dollars, with precedence for previously employed workers and heads of households. Officials said 200 applicants were turned away. some workers may receive pay for three or four days before Christmas. Cont page 13.
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